State of Massachusetts-Bay. In the House of Representatives, June 10, 1778. : Whereas it appears that our enemies intend to wreath [sic] their vengeance ... and to that end have made several excursions lately from Rhode-Island ... Resolved, that eighteen hundred men be raised ..., recto

Revolutionary Era broadsides, 1775-1783

[Boston, Mass.]

[Printed by Powars and Willis]

1778-06-10
[1778]

1 sheet ([2] p.) ; 35 x 21 cm

Resolutions for enlisting or detaching men to serve under Continental officers in Rhode Island. "In Council, June 12, 1778. Read and concurred. ..."--p. [2]. Imprint supplied by Evans. References: Evans 15903; Ford, W.C. Broadsides, 2148; Cushing, J.D. Mass. laws, 1043.

Broadsides -- SY1778 no.15
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Recruiting and enlistment
Draft--Massachusetts
Rhode Island, Battle of, R.I., 1778

United States. Continental Army--Recruiting, enlistment, etc.
United States. Continental Army--Pay, allowances, etc.

United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--American forces

broadsides (notices)

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